Patti Smith’s ‘Horses’ Turns 50

This episode of Fresh Air commemorates the 50th anniversary of Patti Smith's debut album, Horses, featuring rock critic Ken Tucker's review of the anniversary edition, which includes unreleased music. The episode includes portions of Terry Gross's interviews with Patti Smith from 1996 and 2010, discussing her early career, her relationship with Robert Mapplethorpe, and the making of Horses. Additionally, the show remembers actress Diane Ladd, who recently passed away, with a segment featuring her daughter, Laura Dern, discussing their relationship and work together. Finally, David Bianculli reviews Vince Gilligan's new series, Pluribus, starring Ray Sehorne, describing it as a Twilight Zone-esque exploration of happiness.

Outlines

Part 1: Horses - Origins and Influences

Part 2: Remembering Diane Ladd - Laura Dern's Reflections

Part 3: Review - Vince Gilligan's "Pluribus"

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Fresh Air

Part 1: Horses - Origins and Influences

Introduction to Patti Smith's "Horses" and Early Influences

Patti Smith's Transition to Rock Star and Friendship with Robert Mapplethorpe

The Story Behind the "Horses" Album Cover and Early Relationship with Mapplethorpe

Mapplethorpe's Support and Smith's Early Singing Career

Forming the Band and Defining a New Performance Style

The Impact of the "Horses" Album Cover and Legacy

Part 2: Remembering Diane Ladd - Laura Dern's Reflections

Remembering Diane Ladd and Laura Dern's Reflections on Their Relationship

Laura Dern on Working with Her Mother and Unspoken Understanding

Part 3: Review - Vince Gilligan's "Pluribus"

Review of Vince Gilligan's "Pluribus" and Upcoming Show

Patti Smith’s ‘Horses’ Turns 50

Fresh Air

Part 1: Horses - Origins and Influences

00:01Introduction to Patti Smith's "Horses" and Early Influences

Introduction to Patti Smith's "Horses" and Early Influences

05:50Patti Smith's Transition to Rock Star and Friendship with Robert Mapplethorpe

Patti Smith's Transition to Rock Star and Friendship with Robert Mapplethorpe

11:07The Story Behind the "Horses" Album Cover and Early Relationship with Mapplethorpe

The Story Behind the "Horses" Album Cover and Early Relationship with Mapplethorpe

17:41Mapplethorpe's Support and Smith's Early Singing Career

Mapplethorpe's Support and Smith's Early Singing Career

23:57Forming the Band and Defining a New Performance Style

Forming the Band and Defining a New Performance Style

31:37The Impact of the "Horses" Album Cover and Legacy

The Impact of the "Horses" Album Cover and Legacy

Part 2: Remembering Diane Ladd - Laura Dern's Reflections

32:44Remembering Diane Ladd and Laura Dern's Reflections on Their Relationship

Remembering Diane Ladd and Laura Dern's Reflections on Their Relationship

39:54Laura Dern on Working with Her Mother and Unspoken Understanding

Laura Dern on Working with Her Mother and Unspoken Understanding

Part 3: Review - Vince Gilligan's "Pluribus"

42:07Review of Vince Gilligan's "Pluribus" and Upcoming Show

Review of Vince Gilligan's "Pluribus" and Upcoming Show